- Must visit
Galleria degli Uffizi
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Cheapest price
£119
Average price
£135
Fastest journey
5 h 31 m
Average duration
5 h 31 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
452 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zurich to Florence is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Florence will cost around £135 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £119.
Of the 15 trains that leave Zurich for Florence every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 452 km distance in an average of 5 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 31 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 31 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
EuroCity 37
EuroCity 21+
Intercity 599
EuroCity 15+
Intercity 597
EuroCity 153+
Intercity 594
EuroCity 25+
FRECCIAROSSA 9573
EuroCity 37+
FRECCIAROSSA 9559
EuroCity 15+
FRECCIAROSSA 9539
EuroCity 123+
FRECCIAROSSA 9563
EuroCity 21+
FRECCIAROSSA 9555
EuroCity 151+
FRECCIAROSSA 9551Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Florence among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £89.
Distance: 452 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£111 Average Price | £168 Average Price | £49 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 9m Average total duration 9h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Florence trains for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 11+ FRECCIAROSSA 9587 | 6:33 Zurich HB | 6h31 | 13:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 13+ FRECCIAROSSA 9535 | 7:33 Zurich HB | 6h31 | 14:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 13+ FRECCIAROSSA 8807 · FRECCIAROSSA 9415 | 7:33 Zurich HB | 6h06 | 13:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 15+ FRECCIAROSSA 9543 | 9:33 Zurich HB | 6h31 | 16:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 15+ Intercity 597 | 9:33 Zurich HB | 7h54 | 17:27 Florence Rifredi | 1 change | |
EuroCity 15+ FRECCIAROSSA 8811 · FRECCIAROSSA 9421 | 9:33 Zurich HB | 6h06 | 15:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 153+ Intercity 594 | 10:33 Zurich HB | 7h52 | 18:25 Florence Rifredi | 1 change | |
EuroCity 153+ FRECCIAROSSA 89741 | 10:33 Zurich HB | 6h31 | 17:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9809 · FRECCIAROSSA 9323 | 11:33 Zurich HB | 6h17 | 17:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 19+ FRECCIAROSSA 9551 | 11:33 Zurich HB | 6h31 | 18:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 8819 · FRECCIAROSSA 9431 | 12:33 Zurich HB | 6h06 | 18:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 151+ FRECCIAROSSA 9555 | 12:33 Zurich HB | 6h31 | 19:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 21+ Intercity 599 | 13:33 Zurich HB | 7h49 | 21:22 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 21+ FRECCIAROSSA 9811 · FRECCIAROSSA 9433 | 13:33 Zurich HB | 6h06 | 19:39 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 21+ FRECCIAROSSA 9559 | 13:33 Zurich HB | 6h31 | 20:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 37 | 14:33 Zurich HB | 6h57 | 21:30 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 0 changesdirect | |
EuroCity 37+ FRECCIAROSSA 9329 | 14:33 Zurich HB | 6h17 | 20:50 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 123+ FRECCIAROSSA 89761 | 15:33 Zurich HB | 6h31 | 22:04 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 1 change | |
EuroCity 25+ InterCityNotte 765 · InterCityNotte 770 | 17:33 Zurich HB | 9h28 | 3:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
EuroCity 27+ FRECCIAROSSA 9561+ InterCityNotte 770 | 18:33 Zurich HB | 8h28 | 3:01 Florence Santa Maria Novella | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Zurich to Florence run on average 13 times per day, taking around 6h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 19:33. The fastest train covers the 452 km distance in 5h 31m.
Distance 452 km |
Average train duration 6h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 5h 31m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 19:33 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Florence — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Florence trip today.
Major art museum displaying Botticelli, Leonardo and Michelangelo, essential for understanding Florentine Renaissance painting.
Museum housing Michelangelo’s David alongside unfinished sculptures and Florentine paintings in a compact, focused setting.
Vast former Medici residence with lavish rooms, court art and a panoramic garden-facing setting across the Arno.
Grand civic square surrounded by historic buildings and open-air sculpture, ideal for architecture, people-watching and evening walks.
Lively square beside the cathedral, central for orienting yourself and admiring the baptistery, facade details and constant street life.
Classic terrace viewpoint with sweeping views over Florence, especially rewarding at sunset and easy to combine with uphill walks.
Thick Tuscan bread soup with tomatoes, olive oil and basil. A frugal Florentine classic that celebrates stale unsalted bread and summer produce.
Hearty soup of black kale, cannellini beans, vegetables and stale Tuscan bread. A traditional peasant dish closely linked with Florence and Tuscany.
Large T-bone steak from Chianina beef, grilled rare over coals. It is Florence’s signature meat dish and prized for its simplicity and quality.
Long-standing sandwich shop near the market, popular for schiacciata filled with Tuscan salumi and cheeses. Informal and very Florentine.
Lively traditional trattoria known for hearty Tuscan dishes such as ribollita and Florentine steak in a classic, bustling setting.
Historic market stall famed for lampredotto sandwiches. Casual, quick and deeply traditional, ideal for trying authentic Florentine street food.
Florence is pricier than many Italian cities, with central stays, museum-area dining and tourist services pushing up daily costs, though local cafés and buses remain fairly manageable.
Tipping is not obligatory. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service if no service charge applies. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change is enough.
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Firenze Santa Maria Novella -> Piazza del Duomo, Florence
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich to Florence by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Florence, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Zurich to Florence trains use the Zürich HB to Firenze Santa Maria Novella station pair, with some services arriving at Firenze Campo di Marte. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Florence train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Zürich HB is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich HB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Au Premier, Brasserie Federal
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich HB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Zürich HB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Zürich HB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Zürich HB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich HB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Zürich, Hotel St. Gotthard, Central Plaza Hotel.
Firenze Santa Maria Novella is 1 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Santa Maria Novella has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: 12oz Coffee Joint, Casa Maioli, Don Nino, Fratelli Cuore, McDonald´s, Panella, Segafredo Zanetti, Spizzico, Venchi, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are located in the basement in the shopping center next to the Feltrinelli bookshop and between Celio and Mango shops.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located inside and outside the station.
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor, on the side of Piazza Adua. Open daily from 06:00 to 23:00.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Santa Maria Novella: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Mobility assistance is available with the Sala Blu, located next to Platform 1.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Luxor Florence, Joy Hotel Florence, Diplomat Hotel Florence.
Firenze Campo di Marte is 2 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Campo di Marte has practical services for this route, including Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food options include: Moka Café
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 20:45.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Campo di Marte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Campo di Marte: The station is fully accessible, with step-free access throughout the station.
Nearby hotels include Florence Stadium B&B, Hotel Villa Liana, Hotel della Robbia.
Firenze Rifredi is 3 km from Florence city centre. Public transport options include:
Firenze Rifredi has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trattoria Fratelli Briganti, Osteria di Poneta
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Firenze Rifredi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Firenze Rifredi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Firenze Rifredi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Firenze Rifredi: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Raffaello, Hotel Corolle, Hotel Dalmazia.
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